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Podd Socks – Episode 117 – Saddam Hussein Loved Doritos

Kris, Jack and Nathan are fascinated with dictators and their snacks this week.

What did prominent historical figures snack on? Reports from 2006 indicate that Saddam Hussein loved Doritos and ate them frequently while he was in prison. The guards reported that once he discovered them he could never go back to cheetos. Saddam called them “doris” and would devour a family-size bag in 10 minutes. He was a dictator both in prison and in real life.

Genghis Khan, Hitler and Mother Theresa are also speculated to have enjoyed snacks, but what ones would have passed their lips? Find out in this riveting historical episode.